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This chess game between Pavel Smirnov (2530) and Nikita Afanasiev (1559) was played at VN Startsev Mem 2024 in 2024 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation (E15).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Pavel Smirnov vs Nikita Afanasiev?
Pavel Smirnov vs Nikita Afanasiev (2024) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Pavel Smirnov vs Nikita Afanasiev?
The game opened with the Queen's Indian Defense: Fianchetto Variation (ECO E15).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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